A Research on the Teaching of Literati’s Recitative of Chinese Classical Poetry

Abstract

This paper first aims to elaborate on the nature and features of recitative culture, then use the composing rules of recitative melody to conduct teaching research. The goal of this research is to enable learners to equip with the ability to compose recitative melodies for Chinese classical poetry and can sing at the same time. The third goal of the research is to find out an efficient way of teaching. The research method is in accordance with the action research model presented by Kurt Lewin. It is the qualitative research method. During the teaching, students can accept and master the knowledge rapidly. They are able to create their original recitative melody and sing it, which also proves the teaching process is beneficial to improving students’ learning outcomes.